Ocean, beaches connection
Ocean beaches have an iconic place in Australian identity and culture, and this region is no exception, with South Australia’s longest beach (the Coorong)...
Mozzies really do suck!
Australians are being urged to take extra care to avoid mosquito bites this summer, after new research found warmer temperatures significantly increase the risk...
New year, new aims
The year of 2025 ended with a bang at Sturt Reserve on New Year’s Eve, with the annual fireworks display lighting up the sky.
Hosted...
Council appoints acting deputy mayor
The Coorong District Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, 16 December, with the following items discussed.
ACTING DEPUTY MAYOR APPOINTED
The council appointed an acting...
Mundoo Island Station to turn into national park
After being in one family's hands for more than a century, the 1900-hectare Mundoo Island Station has been sold - and will now be...
From the editor’s desk
2026 arrives carrying more than a change of calendar; it offers Australians a chance to pause, reflect and do better.
The past year exposed...
Land sale decision defer
The Southern Mallee District Council has decided to defer any decision relating to the proposed sale of its Lameroo office to the Country Fire...
Damaging winds forecast
A severe weather warning has been issued for damaging winds expected to impact large parts of South Australia on Friday, 9 January.
The Bureau of...
New plan goes to public
At its November meeting, the Southern Mallee District Council endorsed its Strategic Management Plan 2025-2030 to be released for public consultation.
Providing a clear and...
Constituents enter 2026 with MPs behind bars
MEMBER for MacKillop Nick McBride will continue his position and campaign at this year’s state election, despite spending 10 days in the region’s prison....
Council questions AI use
Concerns around the use of artificial intelligence (AI) within Rural City of Murray Bridge operations have prompted a push for greater transparency and training.
Councillor...
